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Passersby Tip Leads to Arrest in Gräfelfing Attempted Break-In as Police Hunt Accomplice

Police are appealing for resident tips, with a focus on nearby surveillance footage.

Overview

  • Two passersby reported suspicious activity at a single-family home around 7:15 p.m. on Feb. 28 in Gräfelfing.
  • Officers detained a 28-year-old near the local S‑Bahn station carrying burglary tools and pepper spray, and found forced-entry marks at the house.
  • A judge issued an arrest warrant after the suspect was taken into custody, and investigators say at least one accomplice was involved.
  • Helicopter-assisted searches have not located the second suspect, who remains at large.
  • Munich police thanked the callers and asked residents near Maria-Eich-Straße to review camera recordings and contact Kommissariat 53 at 089 2910-0 with tips.